Beverage package, is it worth it?

[nmuller328]

Hi nmuller, I asked a similar question in the past and never really got a definitive answer. I was going to email RCCL and ask but haven't gotten around to it yet as I don't sail for a couple of months but you might want to try that. If nothing else, if they say yes it might be useful to have it in writing in case they're not sure themselves on board (I've heard there are a few teething problems with the new packages still while crew get to grips with them).

 

If you do find out, let us know :)

 

 

Thanks UK. I've posted this on a few threads, you're the first to acknowledge. I do plan to contact RCL. Will let you know what they say. And if all else fails will let you know when I return in 3 weeks!

 

 

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[BAHIAPRINCIPE]

The Select package allows you to pay the difference between $8 and any more expensive glass of wine/champagne.

that's good to know thankyou

[At Sea 4Ever]

I see Powerade is offered on oasis class. Is that included in any package?

 

 

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[At Sea 4Ever]

I see it's offered in the coke machine but what about the bottles in the gym?

 

 

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[Clarea]

I see it's offered in the coke machine but what about the bottles in the gym?

The bottles in the gym are not included in any package.

[marnick1]

If you're on a 7 day cruise, you do not have to purchase the drinks package for all 7 days. You can buy it on any day of the cruise with a minimum of 4 days left. The only caveat is that you buy it for the remainder of the cruise. So you can buy a la carte for days 1-3 and then buy the package for days 4-7.

 

 

Wow - this is the first time I had heard of this policy. To clarify, Day 1 is the day you set sail and the very last day when you come back does not count (last morning)

[Clarea]

Wow - this is the first time I had heard of this policy. To clarify, Day 1 is the day you set sail and the very last day when you come back does not count (last morning)

Correct.

[BillOh]

Is the only Diet fountain soda available Diet Coke? I need to watch my caffeine intake so I was wondering if Diet Sprite was available with the packages and souvenir cup?

 

That depends on the ship and if it has the newer freestyle machines. At dinner and most bars, cola is the only diet, but this was one nice thing about the freestyle machines, many more diet options including flavored waters.

[caissonqueen]

I am amazed at the changes in RCCL alcohol policies. I like their variety of packages. I have not been on an RCCL ship in 2 years. Thanks for the great information in this thread. :)

[train460]

i sent a e-mail to RCC about a week ago with a couple questions and have yet to hear from them.

Question was.

NOS leaving Galveston Tx on a sunday.

If on a Drink package, can we get a drink as soon as we get on the ship, say noon? if so are we taxed on the drink as we are still at the Texas dock?

Michael

[Clarea]

i sent a e-mail to RCC about a week ago with a couple questions and have yet to hear from them.

Question was.

NOS leaving Galveston Tx on a sunday.

If on a Drink package, can we get a drink as soon as we get on the ship, say noon? if so are we taxed on the drink as we are still at the Texas dock?

Michael

You can drink as soon as you get on board. I've not heard of taxes applied to drinks from a package, only to individually purchased drinks in port.

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[missdenise]

Originally Posted by marnick1

Wow - this is the first time I had heard of this policy. To clarify, Day 1 is the day you set sail and the very last day when you come back does not count (last morning)

 

 

 

Correct.

 

 

Ok, now I am a bit confused. Bob, need a clarification on this. We are going on an 8 days cruise, leave on a Friday. Since we will not be boarding very early Friday and with it being a travel day, bed time might come early; so we were not going to purchase a beverage package until Sat. If we purchased the package on Sat, we would then be charges for 7 days? Sat-Friday. Is that correct?

 

Thanks, again for all your expertise.

[Clarea]

Originally Posted by marnick1

Wow - this is the first time I had heard of this policy. To clarify, Day 1 is the day you set sail and the very last day when you come back does not count (last morning)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ok, now I am a bit confused. Bob, need a clarification on this. We are going on an 8 days cruise, leave on a Friday. Since we will not be boarding very early Friday and with it being a travel day, bed time might come early; so we were not going to purchase a beverage package until Sat. If we purchased the package on Sat, we would then be charges for 7 days? Sat-Friday. Is that correct?

 

Thanks, again for all your expertise.

Yes, if you purchase on day 2 of an 8 day cruise, then you would only pay for 7 days.

[At Sea 4Ever]

I'm sure this has been answered but would like some clarification please! If my DH and I both have the premium package can just one of us go up to the bar with both sea passes and get two drinks, one for each card? Or do both of us have to be present at the bar? I'm thinking more in the lines of lounging by the pool or early morning mimosas from the promenade bar. Thanks!

 

 

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[Clarea]

I'm sure this has been answered but would like some clarification please! If my DH and I both have the premium package can just one of us go up to the bar with both sea passes and get two drinks, one for each card? Or do both of us have to be present at the bar? I'm thinking more in the lines of lounging by the pool or early morning mimosas from the promenade bar. Thanks!

They will give you two drinks when one person presents the two SeaPass cards.

[Elvis1209]

OK, I'm curious... Since Ultimate adds nothing alcoholic to the Premium package, just what do you like to drink with your evening cigar? :)

 

XO cognac. It was $14 on the menu, the package only covers to $12.

 

Elvis

[LetsGetWet!]

XO cognac. It was $14 on the menu, the package only covers to $12.

 

Elvis

 

I actually think it only covers to $10, unless they consider cognac to be wine for some strange reason? In any event, both packages will cover the same - upgrading from Premium to Ultimate will make no difference for your XO - you should be charged $4 extra with either package.

 

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[Angel59920]

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[LetsGetWet!]

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[Sarvowinner]

Just checked the FAQs on the RCI website & it appears that they've raised the value of the inclusions. Premium wine by the glass is now up to $14 & premium cocktails are now up to $12.

Alcoholic Packages

The Select Package: US$40 per guest / per day. Includes:

- Beer

- Wines by the glass (up to US$9 value)

- Fountain soda with Coca Cola® souvenir cup

- Non-alcoholic cocktails



The Premium Package: USD$55 per guest / per day. Includes:

- Call, and premium cocktails (up to US$12 value)

- Frozen cocktails

- Beer

- Premium wines by the glass (up to US$14 value)

- Non-alcoholic cocktails

- Bottled water still (500ml)

- Fountain soda with Coca Cola® souvenir cup

 

The Ultimate Package: USD$65 per guest / per day. Includes:

Virtually unlimited options. A combination of all the benefits from Premium and Royal Replenish packages.

 

 

Non-Alcoholic Packages

Royal Replenish: US$20 per guest / per day. Includes:

- Premium coffee

- Premium tea

- Bottled water: Sparkling (375ml) or Still (500ml)

- Fresh squeezed orange juice

- Non-alcoholic cocktails

- Fountain soda with Coca Cola® souvenir cup

[LetsGetWet!]

Wow, thanks, that must be very recent. I bet that means drink prices likely have gone up. But the package prices are the same, might be a little better deal than before.

 

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[Sarvowinner]

Yes I assumed the per drink prices maust have gone up, but hopefully a little bit more is included in the packages.

[SA Traveler]

Sarvowinner can you post a link? I can't find the new info and would like to download it on my phone. Had a bad experience on the Serenaded with the old package and the download on my phone saved me! Leaving Sunday so I would love to have the new download.

 

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[Sarvowinner]

Sarvowinner can you post a link? I can't find the new info and would like to download it on my phone. Had a bad experience on the Serenaded with the old package and the download on my phone saved me! Leaving Sunday so I would love to have the new download.

 

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Hopefully this opens:

http://www.royalcaribbean.com.au/customersupport/faq/details.do?pagename=frequently_asked_questions&faqId=5531&faqSubjectId=336

There is also a "print this page" button

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[mrlddst]

Yeah!! I'm convinced from reading this board!! I'm in for the Premium drink package!!